This is a list of all the Key Items that are found in Generation VIII .
List of Key Items shared between Generation VIII games
All games
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A shiny charm said to increase the chance of finding a Shiny Pokémon in the wild.
BD SP
A shiny charm said to increase the chance of finding a Shiny Pokémon in the wild.
LA
A charm that shines with a mysterious light. It is said to increase the chance of finding a Shiny Pokémon in the wild.
All games except Sword and Shield
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A flute that puts out echoing sounds that do not seem to be of this world. No one knows who made it.
LA
A flute that puts out echoing sounds that do not seem to be of this world. No one knows who made it or when.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Changes Shaymin into its Sky Forme.
Description
BD SP
A flower sometimes bundled in bouquets to convey gratitude on special occasions, such as birthdays.
LA
A flower sometimes bundled in bouquets to convey gratitude on special occasions, such as birthdays or anniversaries.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A fantastic medicine dispensed by the pharmacy in Cianwood City. It fully heals a Pokémon of any ailment.
LA
An astonishing medicine that can instantly restore health to any Pokémon. It is produced by an apothecary in Cianwood City.
All games except Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
All games except Legends: Arceus
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Holding it is said to increase the chance of getting critical catch. Curiously, the charm doesn’t shake much.
BD SP
Holding it is said to increase the chance of getting a critical catch. Curiously, the charm doesn't shake much.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Increases the chances of a Pokémon producing an Egg.
Description
Sw Sh
An oval charm said to increase the chance of Pokémon Eggs being found at the Nursery.
BD SP
An oval charm said to increase the chance of Pokémon Eggs being found at the Nursery.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A catalog of devices that Rotom like. Use the catalog to have Rotom hop in and out of the various devices listed within.
BD SP
A catalog of devices that Rotom like. Use the catalog to have Rotom hop in and out of the various devices listed within.
List of Key Items exclusive to Pokémon Sword and Shield
Base game
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Gives the player information about how to save the game and how to access the Town Map.
Description
Sw Sh
A compact device that automatically collects and records advice when a Trainer is out on an adventure.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Everything you need to set up a tent and get cooking in a Wild Area or at a camping spot.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Combines and separates Kyurem with Reshiram or Zekrom , transforming them into White Kyurem or Black Kyurem, respectively. The combination retains Kyurem's level , nature , IVs , EVs , Poké Ball , and held item . As it uses two separate index numbers (before fusing and after fusing), only one White or Black Kyurem can be obtained at once.
Description
Sw Sh
A splicer that fuses Kyurem and a certain Pokémon. They are said to have been one in the beginning.* A splicer that separates Kyurem and a certain Pokémon when they have been fused.*
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A Wishing Star has been affixed to it. It lets out a light that allows Pokémon to Dynamax when at a Power Spot.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A letter of recommendation that you’ll need in order to participate in the Gym Challenge.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to escape caves and certains forests , warping them to where they entered from.
Description
Sw Sh
A long and durable rope. Use it to escape instantly from locations like caves or dungeons. It can be used any number of times.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to fish at shadows in the water .
Description
Sw Sh
Use it by the water to fish up various kinds of Pokémon.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Give the player the option to alter the volume of or mute the background music, sound effects, and Pokémon cries .
Description
Sw Sh
Strange earbuds that allow you to freely control the volume of various sounds.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Combines and separates Necrozma with Lunala , transforming them into Dawn Wings Necrozma. The combination retains Necrozma's level , nature , IVs , EVs , Poké Ball , and held item . As it uses two separate index numbers (before fusing and after fusing), only one Dawn Wings Necrozma can be obtained at once.
Description
Sw Sh
A machine to fuse Necrozma, which needs light, and Lunala.* A machine to separate Necrozma, which needed light, from Lunala.*
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Combines and separates Necrozma with Solgaleo , transforming them into Dusk Mane Necrozma. The combination retains Necrozma's level , nature , IVs , EVs , Poké Ball , and held item . As it uses two separate index numbers (before fusing and after fusing), only one Dusk Mane Necrozma can be obtained at once.
Description
Sw Sh
A machine to fuse Necrozma, which needs light, and Solgaleo.* A machine to separate Necrozma, which needed light, from Solgaleo.*
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Locations
Sw Sh
Hammerlocke (from a girl named Paula above the train station)
Description
Sw Sh
A letter entrusted to you by a girl, to be delivered to a boy. Strangely, it looks old to you.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A device that allows you to access the Pokémon storage system. There are some places where it won’t work.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
The Rotom Bike allows the player to travel faster on land. After being upgraded with "Water Mode", it also allows them to ride on water.
Description
Sw Sh
Initial : This bike can be combined with the Pokémon Rotom to use a turbo boost.Water Mode : This bike can be combined with the Pokémon Rotom to not only do a turbo boost but also run on the water.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Sonia's Book serves no practical purpose.
Description
Sw Sh
Professor Sonia's published writings. Her new discoveries about the Galar region's legends are recorded in this enjoyable read.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A stone found in the Galar region with a mysterious power. It's said that your dreams come true if you find one.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
An item to store Zygarde Cores and Cells. You can also use it to teach Zygarde moves.* An item in which Zygarde Cores and Cells are gathered. You can also use it to change Zygarde's forms.*
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A pass to go to the Isle of Armor. Show it to the rail staff at Wedgehurst Station.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Increases the amount of experience the Pokémon in the player's party receives when in the bag .
Description
Sw Sh
A charm that increases the Exp. Points that Pokémon can get. A machine-like object is inside the charm.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A mysterious and unique charm that increases the chance of finding a Pokémon with a mark.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Similar to the Water Mode Rotom Bike in the initial game, but comes in two different colors with different particle effects and new biking uniforms.
Secondary effect:
Comes automatically charged to full speed.
Description
Sw Sh
Sparkling White: This bike can do a turbo boost and run on the water using Rotom’s power. It’s a sparkling white that shines brilliantly.Glistening Black: This bike can do a turbo boost and run on the water using Rotom’s power. It’s a glistening black that shines reddish-black.
Note: Can be exchanged with the normal Water Mode Bike and each other at any time.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Unlocks additional clothing and hair styles for the player to purchase in boutiques and hair salons and across Galar .
Description
Sw Sh
A card that increases the selection in boutiques and hair salons.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Mane hair that belonged to the King of Bountiful Harvests' beloved steed, Spectrier. The hair is very smooth to the touch.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Seeds to plant in a field. The kind of carrot you'll get is determined by which field you plant the seeds in.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A pass to go to the Crown Tundra. Show it to the rail staff at Wedgehurst Station.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Produce that the King of Bountiful Harvests' beloved steed likes to eat. It grew in a field covered in snow.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Informs the player more about Calyrex , and is required to read in order to find Calyrex.
Description
Sw Sh
A clue about the King of Bountiful Harvests. It's written by Peony, and an old photo is attached to it.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Informs the player more about the legendary giants , and is required to read in order to find each of the giants and unlock their ruins.
Description
Sw Sh
A clue about the legend of giants. It's written by Peony and has unique drawings.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Informs the player more about the legendary birds and their Galarian variants , and is required to read in order to find each legendary bird and capture them.
Description
Sw Sh
A clue about the legend of Bird Pokémon. It's written by Peony and has a unique drawing.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Locations
Sw Sh
Freezington (obtained from the doormat inside of Peony 's house after the player completes the first three Legendary Clues)
Description
Sw Sh
A mysterious clue that Peony seems to have dropped. There's a photo attached to it showing a shining hole opening above the Max Lair.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
A single petal that the King of Bountiful Harvests gave you. It radiates faint light.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Reins that people presented to the king. They enhance Calyrex’s power over bountiful harvests and unite Calyrex with its beloved steed.* Reins that people presented to the king. They enable those who are connected to communicate with each other. The reins separate Calyrex and its beloved steed.*
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Produce that the King of Bountiful Harvests' beloved steed likes to eat. It grew in a gloomy field.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
Sw Sh
Mane hair that belonged to the King of Bountiful Harvests' beloved steed, Glastrier. The hair is strong and very flexible.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to summon Calyrex to Freezington by placing the crown atop the "King of Bountiful Harvests" statue.
Description
Sw Sh
A mysterious object made of wood. Part of it seems to be chipped. Maybe it's meant to be part of something.
List of Key Items exclusive to Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows for faster travel than walking or running. Players can press B to change between the two gear settings.
Description
BD SP
A folding bike that enables a rider to get around much faster movement with Running Shoes.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Coupons needed to obtain the Pokétch .
Description
BD SP
A coupon to be exchanged for a Pokémon Watch—Pokétch for short. Three coupons are needed.
Note: These 3 items all have the same description, and function, but each has a different design on the ticket. They do not need to be collected in any specific order.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
When activated, the music that plays in the game is changed to musical arrangements in the same style as the original Pokémon Diamond and Pearl games, while Pikachu and Eevee 's cries are changed to their original, digitally-made cries. Activating it again will revert these changes.
Description
BD SP
A music player that allows you to listen to nostalgic songs. It's operated with the flip of a single switch.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A bag filled with convenient tools for exploring. It provides access to the Grand Underground.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A card key for disengaging the security systems in the Galactic HQ. Losing it can result in punishment, apparently.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to fish in bodies of water. Better than the Old Rod .
Description
BD SP
A new, good-quality fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Lets the player review previously-seen explanations of in-game features.
Description
BD SP
A book full of useful information for your adventure.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A feather that glows like the moon. It's said to possess the power to dispel nightmares.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A 50-year old key for accessing the motel in Canalave City ; allows access to battle Darkrai .
Description
BD SP
A card needed for entering the inn in Canalave City. Oddly, the last date marked on it was 50 years ago.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A letter from Professor Oak. Written in it is a request for you to go to Route 224.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
An ancient good-luck charm made of Pokémon bones to be taken to the elder of Celestic Town.
Old Rod ボロのつりざお Worn-out Fishing Rod
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to fish in bodies of water.
Description
BD SP
An old and beat-up fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild Pokémon.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A package to deliver to the rival . It contains two Town Maps : one for him, and one for the player.
Description
BD SP
A parcel entrusted into your care. You're supposed to deliver it to your childhood friend who left Twinleaf Town.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A case for storing Poffins cooked from Berries.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A card that lists how many Battle Points you have earned.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Locates hidden Pokémon in the grass; requires 50 steps to charge after use.
Description
BD SP
A tool that can search out Pokémon that are hiding in the tall grass. Its battery is recharged as you walk.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A high-tech key that has to be used at a specific location. It emits a special electronic signal to open a door.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Used to water planted Berries .
Description
BD SP
A watering can shaped like a Psyduck. It helps promote the healthy growth of any Berries planted in good, soft soil.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
The key to Team Galactic's sinister warehouse located at the edge of Veilstone City.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A key to one of the suites at a certain luxury hotel by a lake. For some odd reason, it often disappears.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to fish in bodies of water. Best Rod of all.
Description
BD SP
An awesome, high-tech fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
This item was featured in the TCG .
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to challenge Pokémon Trainers more than once; requires 100 steps to recharge after use.
Description
BD SP
A device that indicates Trainers who want to battle. Its battery charges while you walk.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
BD SP
A large key for operating the doors of the Valley Windworks in the canyon. It was held by a Team Galactic Grunt.
List of Key Items exclusive to Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Changes Dialga between its normal form and Origin Forme.
Description
LA
When used on Dialga, this large, glowing gem wells with power and allows the Pokémon to change form.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A crafting material required to create the Red Chain .
Description
LA
Proof that you have completed the trial set by Azelf, the Being of Willpower that lives in Lake Valor. This item is needed to forge the Red Chain.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A favored food of Basculegion, a Pokémon that will bear you on its back. This food is crafted in an unusual way, from ingredients gathered via equally unusual methods.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of normalcy. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Normal type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A flute that can be used to call special Pokémon that are willing to bear you around the region. Its timbre is eerie and mysterious.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Allows the player to craft items out in the field using materials from their satchel .
Description
LA
A kit containing everything you might need for crafting, even when there is no workbench around. However, you can only use the materials you have in your satchel.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of dragons. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Dragon type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of darkness. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Dark type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of the earth. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Ground type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A type of ice beloved by the Lord of the Tundra, Avalugg. This ice is said to be fragments of ancient Avalugg that lived long ago.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of fighting spirit. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Fighting type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of fire. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Fire type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at noble Kleavor to quell him of his frenzy.
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that gives off a soothing scent. It can be used to help calm the frenzy of the Lord of the Woods, Kleavor.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Changes Giratina between its Altered Forme and Origin Forme.
Description
LA
When used on Giratina, this large, glowing gem wells with power and allows the Pokémon to change form.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of ice. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Ice type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of bugs. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Bug type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of steel. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Steel type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Changes the type of Arceus to a type that is super effective against the target's type.
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of all creation. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of every type there is.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Changes Palkia between its normal form and Origin Forme.
Description
LA
When used on Palkia, this large, glowing orb wells with power and allows the Pokémon to change form.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that gives off a soothing scent. It can be used to help calm the frenzy of the Lady of the Ridge, Lilligant.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of plants. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Grass type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A crafting material required to create the Red Chain .
Description
LA
Proof that you have completed the trial set by Mesprit, the Being of Emotion that lives in Lake Verity. This item is needed to forge the Red Chain.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of psychic energy. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Psychic type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that gives off a soothing scent. It can be used to help calm the frenzy of the Lord of the Hollow, Electrode.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at Arceus to defeat it.
Description
LA
A mysterious balm to be used when battling Arceus.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A mysterious stone that can be used to collect wisps that glow with an eerie purple light.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Old pages of text that Mani of the Ginkgo Guild claims to be written by his ancestors.
Description
LA
A stab-bound journal that once had pages torn from it. All the pages have been collected and restored.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Ancient poems of old that can be read directly from the player 's satchel .
Locations
LA
See item page for full list of locations
Description
LA
Part of a series of old poems that have been unearthed around the Hisui region. Judging from the handwriting, it appears they were all written by the same person.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A singular and irreplicable Poké Ball that can be used to catch the frenzied Pokémon raging at the Temple of Sinnoh.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A crafting material required to craft the Origin Ball .
Description
LA
An ore of mysterious power, spoken of in ancient myths and said to contain the power of almighty Sinnoh itself.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of fairies. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Fairy type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A mythical chain that is said to bind the Legendary Pokémon that created the Hisui region.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of flight. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Flying type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at noble Avalugg to quell him of his frenzy.
Locations
LA
Icepeak Arena (during Mission 12: "The Slumbering Lord of the Tundra" and in post-game rematches)
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that gives off a soothing scent. It can be used to help calm the frenzy of the Lord of the Tundra, Avalugg.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at Origin Forme Palkia to quell it of its frenzy.
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that somehow has the power to calm Palkia in its frenzy.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of water. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Water type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of ghosts. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Ghost type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of rock. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Rock type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at Origin Forme Dialga to quell it of its frenzy.
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that somehow has the power to calm Dialga in its frenzy.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Old pages of text that Mani of the Ginkgo Guild claims to be written by his ancestors.
Description
LA
An old, stab-bound diary in a traditional style. It has been torn and is missing the latter half of its pages.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of poison. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Poison type.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
A crafting material required to create the Red Chain .
Description
LA
Proof that you have completed the trial set by Uxie, the Being of Knowledge that lives in Lake Acuity. This item is needed to forge the Red Chain.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
Can be thrown at noble Arcanine to quell him of his frenzy.
Description
LA
A mysterious balm that gives off a soothing scent. It can be used to help calm the frenzy of the Lord of the Isles, Arcanine.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Effect:
An item to be brought back to the Solaceon Ruins to complete an ancient message on the wall.
Description
LA
A fragment that was once part of a stone panel in the Solaceon Ruins. It has markings carved on it that appear to be some kind of writing.
Cannot be bought
Cannot be sold
Description
LA
A stone tablet imbued with the essence of electricity. When used on a certain Pokémon, it allows that Pokémon to gain the power of the Electric type.
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